How I designed a life to travel full time (and how you can too)

[@thechrishau]

If you could travel full time. What countries would you want to go too? What’s holding you back from doing it?

[@DJMAJAY]

Hey Chris ,, Greetings from India. Please make a tutorial on how to make better shorts for KZbin + Editing and some new ideas for shorts.😇😇

[@TARIQABDELPHOTO]

The 9-5 and money going to supporting the fam is holding me back - but I'm working all my free time on my growing my KZbin channel to escape the conventional lifestyle! Excited to watch this video to learn more.

[@darianreguindin5510]

Philippines, Ireland, Norway and so many more! Family and money unfortunately.

[@john_vowles]

Iceland then bali. I feel like whats holding me back personally is school and leaving everyone behind

[@john_vowles]

Also did you go to school for photography, if you did what school did u go to

[@youfollow_]

Travel filmmaking/Digital Nomad always been my childhood career. Chris glad you took that path, hopefully will see you in the future. Keep seeking greatness

[@freneticallyYT]

Your latest video about this topic are truly inspirational! 'Someone else has walked through the forest with a lantern, just follow the foot steps.'. Dude, you are holding the lantern!

[@thechrishau]

Go get it!

[@freneticallyYT]

@@thechrishau I will 👊

[@joeyburghard]

I made a video about becoming a digital nomad too! Absolutely love this topic 🤙🏽✈️

[@NomadicGems]

I would agree 100% I love is videos

[@FabianGuppenberger]

Had 3 job interviews today. Maybe I get one of them, to just pay my fixed costs, but even if they are jobs as Social Media Managers, I only pursue their dream and not mine. I need to be selfemployed in the long run. I want to build a life of adventure, joy, happiness & freedom. Even if being selfemployed means less money in the beginning, I don‘t care. I don‘t need to impress anyone, except for me. And you Chris are a big inspiration, I will learn now everything I need to get clients like tourismboards or other companies which are in the travel-space, to really pursue my own dream and not someone elses. Thank you!

[@thechrishau]

Let’s go Fabian!

[@FabianGuppenberger]

@@thechrishau thank you Chris!

[@vinilion]

Love that you're into Stoicism! Enjoy Mexico!

[@JonackFilm]

I just got my first Cooperation with a Iceland Camper Van Company and I can Safe almost 2000€ because of my Camera and my Skills. You encouraged me to do this :) thank you

[@sergiosala]

I’ve been digital nomading for 8 years, and I understand every point you say Chris. I have a few videos of Mexico if y’all wanna check out.

[@thechrishau]

Bro! I watched your video about PV! Got so many great ideas from it.

[@topbox1551]

This is everyone’s dream!

[@Primeros1000]

Tanks for keeping my fire alive

[@ga1actic.mu5ic]

So true Chris! "Memento Mori" as well as "Carpe diem" and "Be the change you want to see in the world" are the mottos I live by the most in the world myself. Glad to hear a fellow nomad does as well. Love the content, keep up the great work👍🙂🌍

[@martynarapacz2260]

"Halola" is a thing now✨

[@thechrishau]

HALOLA

[@alexwebermedia]

I’m heading to Isla Mujeres on this Sunday Love the message too!

[@randallrydes]

"...all these things are happening all the time around us and its literally your decision to go out and seize them." THAT right there! YES! This is why we GOOOO!!!

[@thechrishau]

Yesss!

[@HectorSaulify]

Guys being from Mexico I'm telling you, you should go visit Cancún, Tulum and Playa del Carmen... You're gonna LOVE these places!

[@DaveAguirre]

"You deserve to be happy" resonated to me so hard!!

[@NickGeorge]

What I got from this is to buy your course to find out more in depth, or wait until we have a social media following we can leverage. I’m gonna be honest this wasn’t my favorite video in terms of value.

[@carlycchapman]

Honestly, most of his videos are, "Look how awesome my life is, you can do it too if you buy my course"

[@holisticasmrwithpreem-zm7cp]

​@@carlycchapmanbut that what digital marketing is about guys, 😢I mean! Stop hating for no reason at least he's giving us ideas on how to, we can't always expect others to spoon feed us...come on now😮

[@pashe01]

Holy frack, this video is so good.

[@nickagrinzone]

I believe it definitely comes down to how bad you want it. I recently visited LA for the first time, and made it my mission to simply film. I ended up turning my trip into a documentary featuring local spots and artists and ultimately left with more connections. Even if it’s cold emailing business’ in your dream destination until you finally get a response, it’s still one step closer to living your truth 💫🎬

[@RizZaTV]

And do you live your dream already? Or you still stuck in a 9-5 job?

[@mravalik]

This really came at a good time in my life, because I am in a job I hate, but many people have been insistent on me pursuing photography as a career to earn more than minimum wage. You are such an inspiration and love your energy - also, Stoicism has made a huge comeback in becoming a modern foothold in todays generation of people, and I adore that you implement a Stoic rule of thumb in your life, much respect and best wishes Chris!

[@Wklambert]

Time is not only finite, it is very, very short. Trust me. I woke up yesterday, and I was 50 years old. There is soooo much left to do. I've done a lot, and been lots of places, but... There is a lot left to accomplish.

[@oeunouch]

Lets go! I'm work in progress!

[@RGMGFitness]

We'll to be honest, the whole Covid thing has slowed me down. Haven't wanted to book much knowing my plans might get canceled and having to deal with the head-aches of trying to re-coop costs (been there previously). I'm sure many can relate. But, I'm starting to finally feel optimistic (Feb. 2022) about things. Booked my 1st international flight, since covid started, earlier today. Can't wait for travel to really start opening up again.

[@javirrrro]

I´ve just started working as a web developer and I´m starting to enjoy the benefits of remote working. IT IS AWESOME!!! I´m planning to move to Bariloche (in Patagonia Argentina) in winter and just work and ski

[@luxurybuzz3681]

F**k Yeah!

[@ShootingStars808]

I let go of the vine. That's why I ended up on Maui as a portrait & music photographer. Once here, it was why leave so I have been a photographer on Maui for over 30 years. ⭐⭐⭐🌴📸

[@frankagj]

This video is so great man, congratulations

[@jacobzatorsky]

So powerful! I love how you took your life in your own hands!

[@Velitskiy_Sergey]

12:56 Lol, even at this side of the screen i felt the same about the last scene of the video... Contrats, Chris!

[@herodot86]

so nice. right now I am also in Mexico (Veracruz) and work for my first client here. Also had quit my engineering job in austria to go full time travel and work as an digital artist and photographer.

[@TwentynineStudio]

What an inspiration to change a view of life and start being truly happy while making stuff that we can't stop thinking about. Thank you for this! Keep creating and inspiring others!

[@InfinityShotsRealty]

I was sooooo gonna say wow they left the camera behind them! 🤣😂 Love Mexico!

[@HalloFilmz]

I have two works and working wothout weekends.. All my travels is from bed to sofa and from sofa to bed.. Like your videos and have a hope that one day I will do 5% of all I see here.

[@travel9to5]

Thanks for sharing the insights with us, Chris! Nomading is amazing but it takes a lot of time to create the work setup of your dreams.

[@TuckerPearce]

Storyblocks has an impressive budget. Great video as always Chris. Thanks for sharing your experience with us and how you transitioned over to more of a nomad lifestyle.

[@shimondaniel]

Okay, this came out just at the right time, when I am thinking of persuing my dream of becoming a full time youtuber and make travel films💯

[@DaveSy]

Definitely the video I needed right now. Feeling exactly on the cusp of this big transition. Thank you for this!

[@BorysFilms]

Wow! That's a dream job! Happy for you! I'm trying to get to that point too now)

[@aadikarnavat9824]

This video is truly inspiring

[@jax1079]

“You deserve the life you want to live…” Exactly what I’m working on now. And you’re the guy with the lantern. 😉 Thanks, man.

[@jonnylakewood7767]

Chris, you're so grown up! LOL -no really, you shared a few really good nuggets. Thank you.

[@NomadicGems]

That’s the goal & dream. Thx 🙏🏾 for sharing and showing us that it’s possible. Love your videos.

[@40laceration]

Digital Nomad life isn’t as glamorous as this guy makes it seem. You still have to put in work hours to fund your travels. What he doesn’t show you is him huddled over a laptop in a hotel or hostel for half the day.

[@kurtisca]

Legit video, thanks for the great content. (And I’m living vicariously through your trip as there is nothing I would like more than to be on a warm beach right now...)

[@trevorshipman5022]

Yes!! This right here!! Chris, you inspired me to reach out more! 📸🎥🌟 Thanks for all you create 🙏🙏

[@PDKSHADES]

Chilling vid ! had a great time in beach virtually xd

[@brandenflasch]

I had the same realization as a realtor about being geographically trapped and got out, so glad I did.

[@printsbytoni]

Also has an incredible soundtrack by Eddie Vedder 👌🏾

[@saca.technology]

HELLOLA!!! New favorite word 😂

[@becomingfilmmaker7694]

I live in Canada. I used take a break and go to a hot place in December and January just to avoid the extreme cold. I love Australia, NZ, Mexico and it would awesome to work while traveling so I don't come back with an empty bank account.

[@mattorrz759]

Loved the vid. Wish I was young again with such amazing opportunities ✌️

[@benowa]

13:12 Ahahah I was exactly thinking about that before you told us 😂 Great video Chris, I really appreciate this type of content!

[@SidsDrakon]

This is a hard push. I have a 9-5 that pays well but like you said I am tired of the 9-5 life and want to change, I feel tired and feel that my life is wasting away. So yeah, more wood to the fire 😁 Thank You Chris.

[@nickrstic]

I get what you’re saying… been building that type of life for 5 years and it takes time, but eventually being free anywhere in the world while working is no comparison of how happy you can be!

[@KenyattaDavisPhotography]

I didn’t know they climbed trees until i was in Puerto Rico last year and saw one in Rincon do it

[@jorgeguadarrama5564]

I was waiting on a video of you in Mexico and I love it and I love how inspiring it is, I love this!!!

[@DanielBryn]

Great points there Chris! Let go of that previous vine 5 years ago, semi-crashed 2 years later (no income, just happy-go-luckying, heh). Then I found your video on making stock video through blackbox in 2018 that really renewed the hope of continue the dream life. And it did! just got back from my 10th year in Africa where I do selfdrive all the time, and im sure you can imagine the ammounts of wildlife stock videos from there. Now working on upping video editing skills, building an audience as a second (maybe third or fourth) income stream. Being 40 when youre supposed to be on "top of your game" in a "respectable job" (heard that a few times) never applied to my core beliefs, really. Id rather have a little less money, and do the things I love. The world simply has too much on offer, and life is short. Cheers for the vid, and have a good one!

[@scenicscotland1]

Hau cool, I had ‘Memento Mori ‘ tattooed on me about 12 years ago! Similar mantra but different circumstance! I have it across my collarbone, so I see it every day in the mirror as a reminder.

[@MikahMarie]

I was just at that restaurant! 😍

[@granola.cluster]

Random fact because I had to just pause at the amusement you had of Iguanas climbing trees haha. My boyfriend is Mexican and we went to visit his friends in Veracruz. Apparently it's common for them to hunt and eat them (I personally did not partake) but yes, that is a thing in costal cities. Mexico is amazing, the culture is so rich & historical. I am humbled everyday by their culture and how they find happiness even in the most poor situations. Also inspired in part by you and many other creators I follow, I quit my job a month ago to see where life takes me with my design work. I am tired of dreaming and ready to just start doing.

[@DetourswithJeff]

Keep inspiring and finding a way

[@blackheartvisuals5169]

Inspiring as always Chris!

[@sanaaziz5251]

that commentary about lucas is the most fun thing of this video.

[@coucamaya]

5:00 they climb everything. Including rock faces. If you visit Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 any time , hit me up. Carnival is the perfect time

[@deepotter6774]

Wow! A dream come true. I'm so happy for you. Well done!! :D

[@chrisclark5135]

Thanks Chris - I needed to hear this today, man! Thanks for sharing!

[@mynameistania]

Thank you so much Chris! I am literally a few days away from starting my own digital nomad journey and was starting to panic about letting go of my past life. It's like fate this is is so well timed. I feel better after this and though still nervous feel more sure about it.

[@noblecomments4009]

As always!, perfect video, and I do see your point, but honestly irl that doesn’t apply to perfection in a lot of scenarios, good intention and motivation, no doubt on that tho! awesome shots!

[@TomOHalloranAus]

This was great! Looking forward to getting more free with my work. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@7sevenproductions]

Thank you so much for sharing this! You’ve definitely helped me and inspired me. My dream is get a van, live in it and create content as I travel and hopefully quit my day job 🙏🏽

[@CierraSalleyHinds]

I'm not gon lie I liked your videos before, but I'm eager to watch your videos now since you're move to Mexico. My wife and I are planning to move there so this is just confirmation🥰 Keep em coming 😎🌴🧉

[@pedrorezende9149]

Hi, Chris 🐟

[@REVIEWSONTHERUN]

Interesting! Thank you for sharing it ✌️

[@ExploringCanadaInfo]

Hello-la! Best working video ever! 🌞 Love the titles too! 👋🏼🇨🇦

[@pedercarlsen9199]

thanks for the down to earth tips for us beginners

[@john_vowles]

Facts fam 🙌🏼

[@LoganMaddoxfilms]

Bro I'm moving to Africa in a month. I feel less crazy watching people like you.

[@freeleymedia]

I'm at a crossroads right now in my career. I'm currently in between software developer jobs where I was making nearly 6-figures/year. Part of me wants to go back to the comfort of my remote 9-5 but part of me doesn't. I've been doing youtube for years with varying results but this year feels different. Getting paid to travel was my original goal when creating my channel and this year just might be the year I take the plunge. I might just end up using that coupon code 👀

[@MorewithMat]

Great message Chris! I've been working hard on my KZbin channel for the past year slowly building it up in hopes I can one day follow a similar path!

[@kinetickennons]

Awesome to see you in Vallarta, enjoy!!

[@Adventurist]

Took us 5 years to finally get paid to travel full-time. Like Chris said, if you really want it and work your ass off you’ll manage it eventually. Just sitting there and dreaming about it won’t change a thing. Take risks and do it. That also means you have to invest money and time before you earn more money than you put into it. If it was easy, everyone would do it.

[@EliasMendozaTV]

That’s Awesome thank you for represent my country 💪🏻 but in the other hand watch out for your gear camera stuff like that.

[@Murk.mp4]

that thumbnail is so Niklas Christl, I love it!

[@cam_here]

Some useful tips in this one! I'm really trying to get myself to the position where I can be a nomad

[@jaredcwhite]

Thanks Chris, that was a truly inspiring video!

[@AhmetKaan]

*Remember, the moment you accept total responsibility for everything in your life is the moment you claim the power to change anything in your life...*

[@MTravelVlog]

I really enjoyed your video. 🤩⭐️ Thanks for Sharing! 👍🏼💕 Greetings from Albania. 🇦🇱

[@jessicamcdonald7578]

This video was so inspiring Chris! Love it! 😌

[@joedavis9842]

Into the Wild is a fantastic movie.

[@SkalleMedia]

Are you not afraid dropping your camera into the ocean from jetski? This, and leaving the camera behind at the end... I'm glad you clarified your concerns at least for that :D

[@grantfloyd3736]

Great vid as always. Keep up the good work

[@PavelSupanenka]

That was super motivating. Thanks a ton!

[@jakubprochazka3185]

Nice one! Thank you, this type of content helps a lot! Thanks for inspiration

[@JoeClement]

This is the dream haha I can vouch for how difficult it can be to built this life as I'm trying to do so right now. I'd like to go to Thailand and most of Indonesia and well money is holding me back right now haha😂

[@ankit_roka]

This really helped a lot. Thanks for inspiring all of us who are just beginners in this field.

[@AdventuresThings]

Be careful of what seeds you eat on the McCandles journey. This was great thank you for sharing.

[@john_vowles]

this is really inspiring Chris, thanks for this video bro!

[@AkzidenzGrotezk]

Super inspiring!

[@TheDearrestFamily]

Viva Chris Hau 👏👏😁

[@Shravangohan]

Hey Chris. Really appreciate the content you produce. Thanks for providing us with useful content🤗. There are a parts of this video where the clips are really blurry felt there was something wrong with KZbin but realised it was parts of the video itself.

[@michaelhao4008]

Your content got me really wanna get back into photography/cinematic videography , recently been testing out the Sony a6600 and for my purpose where I'm at for my level this camera is great. keep up the great quality video and advices from your point of view.

[@williamalexanderr]

Damn Chris ! That’s crazy ! Cuz currently I’m Walking through the same path you took with the lantern for the simple fact that I’m trying to let go of my vine in order to get to the next tree ! And word for word like you said it’s scary to do but it’s what I truly want to do as well. Thanks for reminding me that I can do it as well 🙏

[@delia9431]

Excellent video TY❤️‍🔥💯